What a Stansted taxi actually costs, what drives the price, and how a fixed fare compares with the Stansted Express — a plain-English guide.
What affects the price
Three things move a Stansted taxi price: distance, vehicle size and time-sensitivity. Bishop's Stortford is minutes away; Cambridge is ~30 miles up the M11; central London ~40 miles. You pay for the vehicle, not the seat — a saloon for 1–4, an MPV for 5–6, an 8-seater or minibus above that. With a fixed fare, the time of day and the traffic don't change what you pay.
Sample fixed fares from Stansted
Indicative saloon fares, confirmed at booking:
| Destination | Vehicle | From* |
|---|---|---|
| Stansted → Bishop's Stortford | Saloon (1–4) | £29 |
| Stansted → Cambridge | Saloon (1–4) | £77 |
| Stansted → Central London | Saloon (1–4) | £154 |
| Stansted → Chelmsford | Saloon (1–4) | £51 |
| Stansted → Colchester | Saloon (1–4) | £89 |
Fixed fare vs Stansted Express
The Express is quick to Liverpool Street, but it's per person and means getting to and from the platforms with luggage. A fixed-fare car is door to door and the price is set before you travel — easiest with a group, bags or an awkward hour.
FAQs
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